Molecular detection and phylogeny of bovine viral diarrhea virus 1 among cattle herds from Northeast, Southeast, and Midwest regions, Brazil

Braz J Microbiol. 2019 Apr;50(2):571-577. doi: 10.1007/s42770-019-00064-8. Epub 2019 Mar 16.

Abstract

We examined the circulating BVDV species and genotypes among cattle herds from Northeast, Southeast, and Midwest regions in Brazil. A total of 77 animals tested positive through standard PCR. Phylogenetic analyses revealed the presence of BVDV-1a, highlighting the need for better surveillance strategies to prevent BVDV spread in the country.

Keywords: 5’ UTR; BVDV; Brazilian cattle; Economic burden; Veterinary pathogen.

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Bovine Virus Diarrhea-Mucosal Disease / epidemiology*
  • Bovine Virus Diarrhea-Mucosal Disease / virology
  • Brazil / epidemiology
  • Cattle
  • Diarrhea Virus 1, Bovine Viral / genetics*
  • Diarrhea Virus 1, Bovine Viral / isolation & purification*
  • Diarrhea Virus 2, Bovine Viral / genetics*
  • Genetic Variation / genetics
  • Genotype
  • Livestock / virology*